Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Boston, MA

There are 15 dog-friendly hiking trails in Boston. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Boston.

Neponset River Reservation

Milton, MA

Neponset River Reservation Leashed dogs are welcome at Neponset River Reservation. Extending from Milton, MA, to the Boston Harbor, this natural inlet is home to pet-friendly walking paths, including the 2-mile Quincy Riverwalk, marshlands and wetlands. You and Fido can enjoy the scenic views of the Harbor and the city skyline. See Details

Alewife Brook Reservation

Cambridge, MA

Alewife Brook Reservation Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for an adventure at Alewife Brook Reservation, a pet-friendly preserve in Cambridge, MA. This urban forest offers numerous trails alongside brooks and streams for you and Fido to explore. See Details

Stony Brook Reservation

Dedham, MA

Stony Brook Reservation Leashed dogs are welcome at Stony Brook Reservation, a pet-friendly forested space in the middle of Boston, MA. There are 12-miles of scenic trails that weave around this urban forest for you and Fido to explore. At the center of the park, you will discover Turtle Pond, an ideal spot for some fishing, kayaking or picnicking. See Details

Lowell Heritage State Park

Lowell, MA

Lowell Heritage State Park Lowell Heritage State Park is a dog-friendly space in Lowell, MA, where leashed pups can join their humans. The park offers 2-miles of waterfront along the Merrimack River, so boating and fishing are popular. There are also walking trails for you and Fido to explore and take in the scenic views. See Details

Spring Pond Nature Preserve

Indianapolis, IN

Spring Pond Nature Preserve Spring Pond Nature Preserve, located within Eagle Creek Park in Indianapolis, IN, offers a dog-friendly walking trail. Dogs must be leashed at all times while visiting. See Details

Ponkapoag Pond Trail

Canton, MA

Ponkapoag Pond Trail Pet-friendly Ponkapoag Pond Trail in the Blue Hills Reservation of Canton, MA, welcomes leashed dogs to enjoy a walk with you on this 3.75 mile loop that surrounds Ponkapoag Pond. This scenic trail offers a mix of forest and wetland bog which can be muddy at times. There's also a boardwalk consisting of anchored planks that extends a fifth of a mile to offer views of the pond. See Details

Sutherland Woods Loop

Lexington, MA

Sutherland Woods Loop Sutherland Woods Loop is a pet-friendly trail in Lexington, MA. This 1-mile loop trail is an easy route for walking or running. Fido is welcome to join you for some exercise. The trail takes an average of 21 minutes to complete. See Details

Manning State Park

Billerica, MA

Manning State Park Manning State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Billerica, MA. Your furry companion can tag along to explore the area. Amenities include a 1.35-mile loop, 20 fitness circuit pieces, a children's storybook trail and many photography spots. Picnic areas, restrooms and a dog waste station are also on site. Please note there's a parking fee. See Details

Fellsmere Park

Malden, MA

Fellsmere Park Fellsmere Park in Malden, MA is pet friendly. Fido can join you for a walk on paved and unpaved trails that weave through open fields, wooded areas, and around the picturesque pond. Just be sure to keep him leashed and cleaned up after. See Details

Boxford State Forest

Boxford, MA

Boxford State Forest Boxford State Forest is a pet-friendly attraction in Boxford, MA. Your furry best friend is welcome to tag along as you explore the 1,000-acre area. Amenities include shaded hiking trails for various endurance levels. Please ensure Fido remains on a leash and that you wear orange during hunting season. See Details

Gold Star Mothers Park

Cambridge, MA

Gold Star Mothers Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Gold Star Mothers Park, a pet-friendly public park in Cambridge, MA. This park offers nice pathways to explore with Fido and convenient waste stations. Please note that the city of Cambridge has a leash law that requires dogs be leashed at all times. See Details